Chapter 99

“Mommy, I’ll give you a back rub!” Hailey kicked her shoes off and climbed up the sofa. Tiny fists began pounding on her shoulders. “Mommy, I’ll massage your legs!” Julian came over as well, concentrating seriously while his little hands went to work on her legs. Tristan and Lilith joined in, too. Lilith helped Hailey with Willow’s other shoulder, while Tristan got started massaging her other leg. Such young children wouldn’t have the strength to actually loosen up her muscles and joints for her, of course… but they did Willow’s heart much good, and she instantly forgot her fatigue, as she basked in the love and affection she was receiving. Lara came out from the kitchen with a pot of food, and noticed her daughter’s condition straight away. “Willow, I’ve never seen you like this before! What happened at work today?” As she continued to be pampered by her darling children, Willow answered, “When I arrived at work today, everyone was gossiping about the CEO and his secretary. For s